Widow of Emperor Haile Selassie’s son dies at 90


The daughter-in-law of Ethiopia’s last Emperor Haile Selassie has died. Princess Sara Gizaw, the Duchess of Harrar, reportedly died in Addis Ababa last week Friday. She was 90 years old.

Princess Sara Gizaw was the widow of Emperor Haile Selassie’s son Prince Makonnen, the Duke of Harrar, who died in a car accident in 1957.

Princess Sara Gizaw is survived by four children and many grandchildren. Her oldest son, Prince Paul Wossen Seged, is the current Duke of Harar.

Princess Sara Gizaw often accompanied Emperor Haile Selassie on his visits to foreign countries. She also acted as one of the official hostesses after the death of Empress Menen. […] CONTINUE READING

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